A homeowners insurance deductible is the part of a claim you’ll pay out of pocket. A homeowners insurance deductible is the part of a claim you’re responsible for paying out of pocket. Standard home ...

As floods, storms, wildfires, and other catastrophes become increasingly common, the availability and affordability of property insurance has become a high-profile political issue. But the sheer scale ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

Home insurance is an ongoing cost tied to homeownership. Most Americans can't avoid it — mortgage lenders require coverage before closing a loan — and this type of coverage is typically imperative ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ...

The wildfires that have devastated large parts of Los Angeles County have drawn fresh attention to the struggles many Americans face insuring their homes. But the sheer scale of need means it’s hard ...

Workers rebuild the attic of a house in Detroit after it was damaged by a fallen tree during a storm. (Jim West/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Premiums for homeowners insurance are ...

If your homeowners insurance premium has skyrocketed, there are steps you can take. If you’re not sure you can make your next homeowners insurance payment, reach out to your agent or insurer as soon ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The state of the insurance industry in California is full of uncertainty. Have questions about your homeowner or renter insurance? 7 On Your Side and a team of industry experts ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Nearly two-thirds (71%) of homeowners say the cost of their homeowners insurance has increased over the past few years, according to a 2026 survey from the Pew Research Center, including 42% who said ...